Jad Tarifi, CEO & Co-founder of Integral AI, was featured on the Beyond Investment: Valkyrie Insights podcast, in an episode titled "Journey to the Future: The Rise of Integral AI with Jad Tarifi." on July 19, 2024.

In this episode, hosts Victor and Clarice from the Valkyrie Fund delved into Jad’s career journey, starting with his education in Lebanon and the U.S., and culminating in his work at Google AI. Jad shared key insights into the foundation of Integral AI, a startup positioned at the intersection of AI and robotics, with offices in both Silicon Valley and Tokyo.

Throughout the conversation, Jad explored Integral AI’s mission to revolutionize human interaction through cutting-edge AI technologies, highlighting the development of foundational world models, the company’s approach to superintelligence, and the challenges and innovations in artificial general intelligence (AGI). He also touched upon the company’s unique culture, which blends AI innovation with mindfulness practices like meditation to promote harmony and boldness within the organization.

The full episode is available below.